​​Oneida County History Center

Make Your Mark in History 

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Membership is one of the most rewarding ways to experience Oneida County's past, present, and future.

by Hayley Arlin, Colgate '18

Wednesday, September 20 at 5:30 PM-  Book Signing: Chenango Canal, The Million Dollar Ditch (Images of America) 

​Chenango Canal: The Million Dollar Ditch chronicles the story of a central New York State Canal and how it changed the region.  Join author Wade Allen Lallier as he discusses the canal’s history and impact on Oneida County. 

Wednesday, September 27 at 5:30 PM-  Zion Lutheran Church's 175 Years in Greater Utica

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Jack Henke has been exploring the history of Utica's first Lutheran congregation for the past five years. In this illustrated lecture, he discusses research strategies and outlines the past of Zion Church, which directly reflects events in the histories of the Mohawk Valley and the country as a whole. Call ahead and reserve a pew.

Wednesday, October 4 at 5:00 PM- Historical Hall of Fame/Living Legends Awards Banquet

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Join the history center for our 17th annual Historical Hall of Fame/Living Legends Awards Banquet! Ten individuals will be honored and recognized for their years of service as community leaders and for their efforts in furthering the region's industries, culture, and educational opportunities. This year's event features a cocktail hour (cash bar), dinner buffet, Hall of Fame video presentation courtesy of SUNY Polytechnic Institute, speeches from the 2017 Living Legends inductees, and a silent auction.  Tickets are available in advance by calling the history center at 315-735-3642.    The event will be held at Hart's Hill Inn, located at 135 Clinton St. in Whitesboro.  Doors open at 5:00 PM.

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HALL OF FAME/LIVING LEGENDS TICKETS ON SALE NOW!

Purchase your tickets to the Historical Hall of Fame and Living Legends Awards Banquet by phone, mail, or in person at the history center.  Prices are $40 for current OCHC members, $55 for the general public, and $400 for tables of eight.  Call 315-735-3642 for more information.

OCTOBER 4, 2017 @ 5:00 pm

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